Aleutian Islands · AK
Shemya
A radar island at the far end of the Aleutians.
- Airfield
- 1943
- Cobra Dane radar
- 1977
Then
- 1943
A radar station and 10,000-foot runway open.
- 1977
The Cobra Dane radar goes online.
- 1993
The base is renamed Eareckson Air Station.
Now
About 180 staff keep the radar and refueling station running.